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Thug boyfriend who threw teen girl from tower block window laughed as he was jailed
Thug boyfriend who threw teen girl from tower block window laughed as he was jailedWARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Jordan Herring was branded 'dangerous' by a judge after he shoved his girlfriend out of a block of flats before she plunged 40ft to the groundNewsCarl Jackson and Elizabeta Ranxburgaj21:32, 13 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesJordan Herring and Bobbie Goodman before the attack(Image: Bobbie Goodman / SWNS)A man who pushed his 18-year-old partner out of a tower block window and saw her pl...
These everyday items exist thanks to NASA space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
Why is April witnessing unusual rainfall? – Explainer
PakistanWhy is April witnessing unusual rainfall? - ExplainerBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026Unusually heavy rainfall during April has broken years-old weather records in Karachi, with experts warning that emerging patterns—from the deserts of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan’s coastline—point to intensifying climate change risks. Meteorologists have described the unexpected April rains as a “wake-up call”, highlighting growing concerns over shifting climate patterns. According to a report by Anzela Qureshi, wi...
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin extracts oxygen from Moon dust in major breakthrough
Blue Origin has successfully extracted oxygen from Moon-like soil in lab tests, a significant step for sustained lunar presence. This molten regolith electrolysis technique could drastically cut reliance on Earth supplies. The process, which also yields useful metals for construction, addresses a key challenge for future long-term human missions beyond our planet.
Ancient ocean mystery deepens as long-misidentified fossil is finally revealed by researchers
More than two decades after scientists identified a fossil as the world's oldest octopus — officials now say it wasn't one at all.A recent study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B found that the fossil Pohlsepia mazonensis — a 300-million-year-old sea creature found in the Mazon Creek fossil beds of northeastern Illinois — was closer to a nautilus than an octopus.Researchers now believe the creature was a relative of the nautilus, which is a shell-covered cephalopod with...
WATCH: Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch reunites with dog after 10 days in space
A heartfelt video shows Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch reuniting with her dog after returning from a historic 10-day mission in space.The video captures the dog eagerly anticipating Koch’s arrival, barking as she opens the door and embraces her pet.The emotional reunion came just days after Artemis II splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, following the mission around the moon.The crew — three Americans and one Canadian — became the first humans to travel to the moon...
German kamikaze drone ‘not dangerous even to inflatable tanks’ – media
Rheinmetall’s FV-014 loitering munition is reportedly behind smaller rivals despite preferential government treatment German defense giant Rheinmetall is reportedly falling behind smaller competitors in the race to develop a new kamikaze drone, which in its current state is “not dangerous even to inflatable tanks,” according to the Berliner Zeitung. The newspaper cited classified documents and insider accounts as saying that the arms maker is being given preferential tre...
LA-area street takeover shooting caught on camera; locals scared, vow to move
Four people were hospitalized after gunfire broke out during a Los Angeles County street takeover early Sunday, authorities said, the latest violent episode tied to illegal gatherings that have drawn renewed scrutiny."I'm moving, definitely," a woman who leaves near the Rosemead incident told Fox 11 Los Angeles. "That's scary. I come from San Marino — I don't belong here."The shooting happened around 2 a.m. local time Sunday, as cellphone video captured a large crowd fleeing as shots rang out. A...
Dangerous super typhoon barreling toward group of remote US islands
Typhoon expected to make landfall Tuesday in Northern Mariana Islands and bring heavy winds, rain and floodingA dangerous super typhoon in the Pacific Ocean is barreling toward a group of remote US islands.Super Typhoon Sinlaku is expected to make landfall Tuesday in the Northern Mariana Islands and bring destructive winds, widespread heavy rain and flooding, the National Weather Service said Monday. Continue reading...
Spring flowers bloom in England after heatwave and cold snap create ideal conditions
Record temperatures led to colourful displays of tulips, hyacinths, wisteria and daffodils as gardeners prepare for showsColourful tulips, hyacinths, wisteria and daffodils have made a remarkable display across England after a heatwave followed by a cold snap caused excellent conditions for spring blooms.There were record temperatures last week in many parts of the UK as the country recorded one of the hottest April days in the last 80 years. Continue reading...
Reeves: Mini nuclear reactor deal ‘more important than ever’ amid Iran crisis
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Strait or canal: Who can charge ships - and who can’t?
A dispute over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz is fast becoming a global economic concern.Iran’s threat to charge vessels for passing through the narrow waterway — combined with ongoing disruptions to traffic — has unsettled energy markets and raised fresh questions about the rules governing international trade routes. The strait carries about one-fifth of global oil supplies.At stake is a long-standing legal distinction between natural straits and man-made canals, and whether countries can imp...
Hate small talk? You may enjoy that ‘dull’ chat more than you think, say researchers
Participants reported enjoying the human connection regardless of whether they thought the topic was dullThe human aversion to dull experiences was nailed by the author Paulo Coelho when he declared: “I can stand defeats, pain, anger. But I can’t stand boredom.”But the natural desire to avoid boring conversations comes at a cost, according to researchers, who found that people enjoyed chatting about tedious topics far more than they expected. Continue reading...
Discovery at Monticello reveals construction secrets Thomas Jefferson left out of maps and letters
Archaeologists have uncovered a previously unknown remnant of Thomas Jefferson's era at Monticello: a brick kiln used to build his home.The kiln was recently found on the east side of the Founding Father's home amid an excavation that began in March, officials said.Monticello historians believe it dates back to the early 1770s — some time before Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776.MASSIVE INDUSTRIAL SITE UNCOVERED IN UNLIKELY LOCATION AS ARCHAEOLOGISTS CITE 'ENORMOUS' POTENTI...
Are we heading for ‘super El Nino’ – and what could we expect?
Experts say climate pattern could supercharge extreme weather events and push temperatures to record highsThere is a high likelihood that the phenomenon known as “El Niño” will emerge this summer – and it could be exceptionally strong. A so-called “super El Niño” could supercharge extreme weather events and push global temperatures to record heights next year if it develops, according to experts.Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on the climate patterns developing in the Pacific Ocean that w...
UM6P Research Positions Morocco at the Forefront of Biomass-to-Graphene Innovation
Rabat – Morocco produces tens of millions of tons of agricultural and industrial plant waste every year, much of it burned or left underused. To the average eye, this problem may seem poor for the environment, but merely an issue to be tossed aside. Yet, as this waste contains a carbon-rich molecule called lignin, a team of researchers from University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) sees the issue through another lens. At the intersection of waste management, clean manufacturing, and the gr...
Scientists call for an immediate BAN on boiling lobsters alive - as study confirms crustaceans can feel pain
Scientists call for an immediate BAN on boiling lobsters alive – as study confirms crustaceans can feel painREAD MORE: Scientists call for Brits to ditch scampi amidst climate concerns By WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 10:36, 13 April 2026 | Updated: 11:04, 13 April 2026 e-mail 35 View comments
3 satellites to track all? Chinese radar images confirm US military fears
Off the northern boundary of the Spratly Islands, winds howl and waves surge. A Japanese-flagged oil tanker ploughs through these disputed waters in the South China Sea. The Towa Maru, measuring roughly 340 metres (1,115 feet) long and 60 metres wide, rivals an aircraft carrier in sheer bulk. A Chinese satellite locks its gaze upon the vessel, 35,800km (22,245 miles) overhead. Last month, China released a series of undated radar images of the Towa Maru. It marked the first time ever that a...
AI to predict how bowel cancer patients will respond to new NHS drug
PhenMap tool could spare thousands of patients from treatment that would be ineffective for themA new AI-driven way of identifying how patients with advanced bowel cancer will respond to a drug that was recently introduced by the NHS has been announced.Researchers at London’s Institute of Cancer Research and the RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences in Dublin have developed the method with the goal of sparing potentially thousands of patients from being given drugs that would be ineffe...
Safety and quality ‘top priorities’ for China’s highly sensitive megadam in Tibet
A mega-dam in Tibet must make ecological integrity and safety a priority, Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing said during a visit to the project. The dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo will be the world’s largest hydropower facility and it is a key element of China’s plans to exploit the potential of the Tibetan Plateau by boosting regional growth through green energy and infrastructure. India has frequently expressed concerns that the project could lead to water shortages and ecological damage...